Parma, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Canyon County County
Parma, ID
At a Glance
How Parma Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Parma's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Parma a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Parma residents earn a median household income of $47,798 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,420. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,946 business establishments, including 369 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Parma is $232,400 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $513,610. Median rent is $955/month, with 28.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 95.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Parma reports 277 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 415/100K.
Education
12.0% of adults in Parma hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 81.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Parma has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.